Heavy-gauge steel construction with powder-coated finish
5, 10, 15, or 20-drawer configurations available
Each drawer holds 200-300 paraffin blocks
Total capacity: 1000 to 6000 blocks per cabinet
Drawers with dividers or individual block grooves
Full-extension ball-bearing drawer slides (450mm travel)
Lockable hinged door with velvet dust seal
Chemical-resistant epoxy powder coating
Optional heavy-duty castors with brakes
Index card holders and printed index sheets included
Additional Technical Details: The cabinet dimensions for the 20-drawer model are 460mm W x 520mm D x 850mm H. Drawer dimensions are 410mm W x 470mm D x 80mm H. Steel thickness is 1.5mm for the frame and 1.0mm for drawers. The powder coating is baked epoxy with chemical resistance to formalin and xylene. The lock is a cam lock with two keys included. The cabinet weight is 50kg for the 20-drawer model. Optional castors add 100mm height. The cabinet is shipped fully assembled. Drawers are removable for cleaning. Warranty is 2 years parts and labor.
Block storage cabinets from Micron are essential for the long-term preservation and organization of paraffin-embedded tissue blocks in histopathology laboratories. These cabinets provide secure, space-efficient storage for diagnostic and research specimens. These block storage cabinets are widely considered the best solution for laboratories requiring organized archival systems.
The cabinets feature multiple drawers designed specifically to hold standard embedding cassettes and paraffin blocks. Each drawer includes dividers or individual compartments to keep blocks separated and easily identifiable. Micron's block storage cabinets are a top rated choice for pathology departments with large archival requirements. The robust construction ensures stability and protection of valuable specimens.
The best block storage cabinets from Micron include lockable doors to secure specimens and comply with retention regulations. The chemical-resistant finish protects against formalin, xylene, and other laboratory residues. Full-extension drawer slides provide complete access to blocks stored at the rear. For facilities requiring retrieval of old blocks for additional testing or research studies, this accessibility is essential. Cabinets are available in multiple sizes and drawer configurations.
Micron block storage cabinets are constructed from heavy-gauge steel with a durable powder-coated finish. Optional castors allow mobility for flexible laboratory reconfiguration. Investing in quality block storage cabinets is one of the best decisions for protecting your diagnostic archive and ensuring compliance. Contact us for sizing recommendations based on your annual block production and retention requirements.
1000-6000 Block Capacity: Multiple drawer configurations to accommodate any laboratory archival volume.
Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Durable powder-coated finish for decades of reliable service.
Full-Extension Drawer Slides: Complete access to blocks stored at the rear of each drawer.
Lockable Door with Dust Seal: Secures valuable diagnostic materials and protects from dust.
Chemical-Resistant Epoxy Coating: Withstands formalin, xylene, and laboratory residues.
Index Card Holders: Easy identification of drawer contents for quick retrieval.
Optional Castors: Mobility for flexible laboratory layouts and cleaning access.
Divided Drawer Inserts: Individual compartments keep blocks separated and organized.
Histopathology Archives: Essential for long-term storage of paraffin-embedded tissue blocks.
Hospital Pathology Departments: Ideal for maintaining diagnostic block archives for legal retention periods (10+ years).
Research Laboratories: Perfect for organizing research blocks for retrospective studies.
Veterinary Diagnostic Labs: Suitable for animal tissue block storage.
Forensic Pathology Facilities: Excellent for medicolegal block preservation and chain of custody.
Biobanking Facilities: Ideal for organized storage of research tissue blocks.
